These gentle giants can only be found in Uganda, Rwanda and the rest in Congo (DRC). Apart from gorilla tracking, this forest is also ideal for Bird watching activities with over 350 species available in the park.

This safari is suitable for all budgets. Whether you are on luxury or shoestring budget, you are assured meeting the GorillasUganda WIldlife Authority (UWA) provides more information about Bwindi Forest National Park.

Full Itinerary for the 3 days gorilla tracking tour in Bwindi

Day 1: Meet and greet and journey to Bwindi impenetrable National park

Meet our company representative from your hotel/residence. This is your driver guide, very knowledgeable and has a great driving experience.

Make use of him by asking anything you want to know about the safari to Bwindi, Tracking, the encounter with the mountain Gorillas, Accommodation and any other information about Uganda and current affairs.

Checkout our 2 days gorilla trekking Bwindi Safari. This works if you are coming from Kigali Rwanda

On the way, we will have a stopover at the Equator, stretch with an optional experimental movement of water (clockwise and anticlockwise) between the South and the Northern hemispheres.

We can also have a coffee/ tea cup and then proceed to Mbarara "the land of milk" for lunch, evidenced by the presence of the long horned cattle along way.

After lunch we continue, and rest at our lodge which is either close or in the Bwindi forest.

Summary

Meet and greet

Journey to bwindi forest for Gorilla trekking

Check in the lodge

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking / Gorilla Tracking Day

We wake up for the highlight of our trip GORILLA TREKKING. After breakfast we assemble at the briefing point of the park offices, before being guided in to the forest by the park ranger guide.

You will also be escorted by the touring Police to protect you against any threat be it from forest Elephants, Buffaloes and wild Gorillas.

Meet The Gorillas

At meeting the gorillas, we have 1 hour with them before coming back out of the impenetrable forest with our life time Experience.

Summary

Briefing

Gorilla tracking

Day 3: End of the 3 days Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Safari

After the morning breakfast, we checkout of the lodge leaving Bwindi forest and we embark on our route back to Kampala /Entebbe. We get a hot lunch stop in Mbarara and then drive through Lake Mburo National park.

On a lucky day we can spot Zebras and impalas. We can stop at Mpambire drum making village on Masaka road for Souvenirs then continue to our destination.

Checkout our 2 days Uganda gorilla trekking tour in Bwindi. This works if you are coming from Kigali Rwanda

Gorilla trekking Frequently Asked Questions

Does the rain affect gorilla trekking?

Whether it rains or not, gorilla trekking will take place. However it is recommended to carry rain gear and trekker shoes so that movement becomes easier.

How long does it take to meet the gorillas?

Gorilla trekking can take a period of 30 minute to 8 hours. This depends on the location and movements of the gorillas.

What is the maximum number of people on a gorilla trekking group?

A maximum of 8 people in a group are allowed to trek and meet the gorillas.

How much time do I have when i meet the gorillas?

When you meet the gorillas, you are allowed a maximum of 1 hour. You can take pictures however, note that flash is not allowed.

How close can i get to the gorillas?

You are allowed a distance of 7 meters in presence of the mountain gorillas. You are not allowed to touch the mountain gorillas though there are rare cases when the gorillas touch humans. When this happens, you should not panic and you should know that the gorillas are always in control.

Are mountain gorillas dangerous?

These animals are very gentle and they seem to ignore tourists in their presence. However, do not take this for granted. You a not allowed to make any rush movements, do not block the way between a mother and baby.

How physically fit should i be before trekking?

You should be in good physical condition. If you are sick or do not feel well, then it is recommended that you should not do the trekking. Trekking can be tiresome and sometimes it can take the whole day, therefore being physically fit comes in handy.

How can I ease my self during gorilla trekking?

In case you want to ease your self, you should dig a hole of about 30 centimeters deep, and then cover the hole right after.

Mountain Gorilla trekking Rules and Regulations

Keep voices down when in presence of the gorillas and if you want to ask questions, you can but only in a low tone

Stay closer in the group when your close to the gorillas

You are not allowed to eat, drink or smoke near the gorillas because this can increase the risk of transmission of infections

You must stay a distance of 7 meters away from the gorillas

Please do not touch the gorillas

In case the gorilla charges, do not attempt to run rather follow what the guide does tell you. Do not look direct in the eyes of the gorillas, crouch down and wait for the gentle giants to pass

A maximum of 1 hour is allowed to be in presence of the gorillas

You can take photographs so long as flash is not on

After the time with the gorillas have elapsed, still keep the voices low until you are about 200 meters away from them.

Please do not leave any rubbish, food, bottles or anything you have come with in the park to avoid any transmission of diseases

The cost of midrange depends on the number of people in the group. The more the number, the more the price reduces.You can send your inquiry(this 3 days gorilla trekking tour) here: Our Inquiry Form or You can inquire about similar safaris here : Tour inquiry form